Age Groups: 8 and up

Key Areas in Philosophy

• Metaphysics- Theory of Reality
• Ethics and Morality

Description:

Take a trip back in time and meet some of the most important philosophers of the Medieval era, including St. Augustine, St. Aquinas, St. Theresa of Avilla and Avicenna.  Learn about their contributions to philosophy and other areas of thought, as well as their influence on modern society.  Examine their fascinating theories concerning right and wrong, religion and the nature of the universe.

Ontario Curriculum Ties (general and specific outcomes): 

Grade 4 Social Science, Heritage and Citizenship

• Relate significant elements of medieval societies to comparable aspects of contemporary Canadian communities
• Outline the reasons for and some of the effects of medieval Europe’s expanding contact with other parts of the world
• Describe some of the ways in which religions shaped medieval society
• Outline important ways in which medieval society changed over time
• Use primary and secondary sources to locate information about medieval civilizations
• Formulate questions to guide research
• Compare aspects of life in a medieval communities to one’s own community

 *All outcomes are as stated in the Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum documents.